Dynasty keeper points league. I am solid in both OF and 1B. Who has the better present (this season) and future (next 3-5 years)? Can Jackson keep up his great numbers now that he has corrected some of his weaknesses? Will his game digress more than a power hitter due to his reliance on speed and quickness? Should I do this trade?

snaddles wrote:As the stats suggest, this is pretty close, but I wouldnt do it. I think the obp + power potential for Goldschmit outweighs Jackson's speed and run scoring ability.

clarkdp2 wrote:

snaddles wrote:As the stats suggest, this is pretty close, but I wouldnt do it. I think the obp + power potential for Goldschmit outweighs Jackson's speed and run scoring ability.

I 2nd this

MadDog36 wrote:You can probably go into FA and snag a speed type OF that will come close to AJax where you can't get a good 1b bat like Gold.

Thanks all for your take. Looks like everyone so far seems to favor Goldschmidt. That makes sense due to the love of power hitters and their ability to perform better than speedsters (due to the long ball and RBI opportunities).

I initially didn't mention their costs for next season just to get everyone's initial opinion. The entire auction budget for each team is $260. Jackson's keeper cost is $8 and Goldschmidt's is $21. The cost factor is a big reason why I am seriously considering this trade.

Also, my positions are C, 1B, 2B, 3B, SS, INF, INF, LF, CF, RF, OF, OF, UTIL. I have Rizzo and Encarnacion for 1B but I only have Pagan, Cespedes, Rios, Beltran, Zobrist as starters for my OF spots. I have Jay, Denorfia, and Pierre as back-up fielders but would prefer to not have to play them when my starters have off-days. As for my other hitters, I have Yadier Molina, Kipnis, Desmond, Andrus, Moustakas, Lawrie, Scutaro. My infield depth and lack of outfield depth is another reason for wanting Jackson.

This is a 16 team league with 30 players each. There are also 5DL spots in addition to the 30. So there are no good hitters available on the waiver wire.

Originally I would have said keep goldschmidt. But with the new info you have provided and due to the fact that you have encarnacion and rizzo, I would do this deal. Especially with the added savings that AJ will provide. If AJ learns to steal a little better it will be an even bigger advantage for you in the dynasty aspect. JMO